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Providing help, advice and support to current, former, and retired civil servants. You can begin your application for assistance in one of the ways listed on the website. Note: Please note that the National Health Service, Armed Forces, local authorities and county councils are not part…

City Arts is a registered charity focussed on the visual arts and community. Currently offering art & craft workshops for all ages and abilities (including workshops for the whole family), free exhibitions and low cost/affordable community art events. City Arts are keen to reach out to all…

Enjoy these five drop-in craft sessions over the summer. Over the summer we will explore making jewellery, napkin decoupage, needle felted mice, patchwork coasters, beaded stars and ribbon/fabric wreaths. Pop in for a cup of coffee and a chat to make and take home your…

Are you over 65 and living alone? Do you want to get your creativity boosted and meet some local people? Join City Arts for this free ten week art course where you can sample various art techniques. Each artist will lead one or two sessions and you…

A monthly craft club for all ages with Maria Lewis. There will be three easy to make craft activities to choose from each month. You can make one or all of them. All materials provided. Dress for mess. City Arts is a registered charity focussed…

Is a male 25-bedded hospital set within a peaceful environment on the edge of Newbury. The unit offers inpatient rehabilitation to West Berkshire patients who require mental health rehabilitation to support them in increasing their recovery pathway and independence.

Highly experienced CBT therapist and integrative psychologist working with depression, all types of anxiety, OCD, trauma, substance misuse, trichotillomania and other bodily focused repetitive behaviours. Experience in working with people from all backgrounds and ethnicities including those on the autistic spectrum, with learning difficulties, transgendered…

Community Connections is a community interest company (CIC) set up to offer advice and signposting to the black, Asian, minority, ethnic, refugee (BAMER) community and other marginalised, vulnerable and socially isolated people in the district. Pop-up Cafes Look out for our Pop-up Cafes throughout West Berkshire. Community Connections pop-up cafes offer…

We can help with: learning, education and skills training finding work and applying for jobs finding a home and settling in well looking after your health and wellbeing volunteering and meeting new people.

Death is a part of life, and grieving a natural process. Cruse is committed to breaking the stigma around grief and ensuring that everyone, no matter how old or young, can access the highest quality support following a bereavement. Not only does Cruse provide a…

Services provided: Advocacy Outreach services available (you will need to check if this can be provided in your area) Interpreting services Online psychological therapy service Free text message service for deaf people experiencing a crisis and needing immediate support, Text DEAF to 85258

If you're worried about your memory, it's well worth talking to your doctor. They may be able to reassure you that you don't have dementia. However, if you know someone who has Dementia, this site will help you understand how best to support them, both physically and…

Dementia friendly screenings in a cosy cinema for anyone who might benefit from a more relaxed environment. These screenings are designed to meet the needs of people living with dementia along with their families and carers. With lights left on low and the sound reduced, there…

For people with dementia to use and carry with them, to make it easier to get help or assistance when they’re out in the community. Visit the website to choose the free card which best suits your needs. Further excellent useful information available on the…

Ever Active is a programme that supports older adults who are seeking to improve their health and fitness and reduce feelings of loneliness and social isolation. All Ever Active sessions are low to moderate intensity and everyone is encouraged to take sessions at their own…

If domestic abuse is in progress, if you feel threatened, if you are in immediate danger, or it’s an emergency, call 999. Thames Valley Police are able to offer a wide range of support and action to victims of domestic abuse including:- arresting threatening or…

Support for victims of domestic abuse. Refuge, resettlement, outreach and helpline offered. The West Berkshire Domestic Abuse Service provides the following services for women and men who are experiencing domestic abuse: Refuge placements Outreach one to one support (women and men) Independent Domestic Violence Advisor…

The helpline is run in partnership between Refuge and Women’s Aid. It is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week for women experiencing domestic violence. All calls are confidential. Information and support Fully trained female workers and volunteers provide support, information and a listening ear. They can…